I'm a Hustla (song)
| "I'm a Hustla" | |
|---|---|
| Single by Cassidy | |
| from the album I'm a Hustla | |
| Released | February 28, 2005 |
| Genre | East Coast hip-hop |
| Length | 4:19 |
| Label | Full Surface, Ruff Ryders, J |
| Songwriter(s) | Barry A. Reese, Shawn C. Carter |
| Producer(s) | Swizz Beatz |
"I'm a Hustla" is a song by American rapper Cassidy released in the United States on February 28, 2005, as the lead single from his second studio album of the same name (2005). The song, which was produced by American musician Swizz Beatz, contains a sample from "Dirt off Your Shoulder" as performed by American rapper Jay-Z. The song reached number 34 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Several remixes have been produced, featuring various alternate guests including Joe Budden and Jay-Z, however the official remix features Mary J. Blige. Rapper Missy Elliott also made a freestyle version with DJ Khaled. In 2018, Beyoncé sampled "I'm a Hustla" for her Beychella performance.